It's unfortunate that, while many places in Madison are veg-friendly, we only have one vegetarian/vegan restaurant where dishes are guaranteed to be safe from the get-go.
The food here is tasty, though the portions can be a little small. And though there are a lot of good flavors in the food, the dishes themselves are not that adventurous. As another reviewer said, the menu pretty much consists of meatless versions of meat-based dishes. More experimentation would be welcome.
The service is always good, though, and that counts for a lot. The staff is always friendly in a way that seems authentic, and they're very good at knowing the menu and also correcting any mistakes that get made in the kitchen. Plus the place feels comfy even when busy.
Plus, I feel like things are much better than when The Green Owl first opened a few years back, so I'm hopeful that they will keep finding their groove.